Overnight Camping @ Pathfinder Lodge

What happens when campers spend a week at Pathfinder Lodge? They discover amazing things—about themselves, about God, and about the world around them. Here, they experience God’s love in a powerful way, growing in courage, confidence, and faith. And yes, it’s a whole lot of fun! Overnight camping ignites a journey of self-discovery, challenging campers to explore their capabilities and embrace their unique purpose in God’s plan.

Sailing campers standing on the dock in front of a sailboat on Otsego Lake
Sailing Camp

2025 Camp Schedule

Beginner Camp Session 1

Register and PAY IN FULL by May 15 to receive a $25 DISCOUNT for full week sessions.

CampDateAgePrice
Beginner 1AJuly 13-155-8$270

Hit all the highlights of outdoor camping, including swimming, boating, crafts, cookout and campfire! Smaller groups and personalized attention will encourage new campers to explore all camp has to offer. A shortened camp week helps ease both campers and parents into the world of overnight camping, while ensuring all the benefits of Christian camping. Please note registration discounts do not apply to shortened sessions.

CampDateAgePrice
Beginner 1BJuly 16-185-8$270

Registration is at 10am on Wednesday and camp concludes with a closing session at 5pm on Friday. Same specialized attention for our youngest campers with the schedule flexibility parents need. Campers who pre-register for both A & B sessions will receive a 5% discount on the second session and are welcome to stay at camp between sessions. Discounts do not apply for shortened sessions.

These shorten camp weeks are especially designed for our youngest campers. Families can choose to combine them for a full week of camp with a 5% discount.

Arts Week: July 13-18

Register and PAY IN FULL by May 15 to receive a $25 DISCOUNT for full week sessions

CampDateAgePrice
Creative ExplorationJuly 13-188-12$525

Let your creativity FLOW! Characteristic camp crafts, games and outdoor discovery with an artistic twist. Campers will experience a variety of art forms, such as acrylic painting, watercolor, jewelry making, woodworking, paper crafts and fabric dying. Former staff and area artists provide volunteer instruction to maximize diversity.

Creative TeensJuly 13-1813-17$525

Love your artsy side and want to challenge yourself? This is the week for you! Guest artists will share their specialties and support your initial attempts with new styles. A variety of art forms will be provided, such as acrylic painting, watercolor, jewelry making, woodworking, paper crafts, and fabric dying. Traditional camp activities, including a special evening activity, will take on an artistic twist and be targeted to our teen campers.

STEAM Week: July 27-August 1

Register and PAY IN FULL by May 15 to receive a $25 DISCOUNT for full week sessions

Interested in TWO WEEKS of sailing? Register for both Sailing Adventures (July 27- Aug 1) and Sailing Challenge (Aug 3-8) and campers will receive a 5% discount on the second session.

CampDateAgePrice
STEAM’n AroundJuly 27-Aug 18-12$525

Experience STEAM in the wild outdoors. Join us for swimming, games, boating and crafts that explore our natural environment and the physical sciences that teach us about our world. Then, use your knowledge and creativity to engage in a screen-free twist to STEAM challenges.

Sailing AdventuresJuly 27-Aug 113-18$540

Join our experienced sailing instructors and learn the basics of sailing, both individually and in teams. Practice the physics and skills of piloting a Sunfish, Catamaran and Pathfinder’s own 25’ Catalina, The Pleiades. Enjoy camp favorites like campfire, swimming, crafts and games in between sailing sessions. Reasonable swimming skills are required.

Water Week: August 3-8

Register and PAY IN FULL by May 15 to receive a $25 DISCOUNT for full week sessions

CampDateAgePrice
SPLASH!August 3-88-12$525

Classic camp favorites with the additional fun of water, like painting with spray bottles, kickball with slip–n–slides, boats made of cardboard, and so much more! ALL the fun we can fit into one week + WATER!

Sailing ChallengeAugust 3-813-17$540

Wind, water, waves, and …. pirates ? Learn the basics of sailing while encountering the natural and theatrical challenges of Otsego Lake. Hiking, crafts and games will give campers a break and a chance to dry off; an awesome week on the water! Reasonable swimming skills and sense of adventure required.

Beginner Camp Session 2

CampDateAgePrice
Beginner 2August 3-85-8$525

Did your camper love Beginner Camp or are they joining us for the first time? Beginner 2 is a reprise of our Beginner Camp with some new FUN. This full week session features smaller groups and a more flexible schedule to meet the needs of younger or first-time campers.

Adventure Week: August 10-15

Register and PAY IN FULL by May 15 to receive a $25 DISCOUNT for full week sessions

CampDateAgePrice
Adventure FindersAug 10-158-12$525

Explore OUTSIDE with experienced outdoor adventurers to discover all the challenges Pathfinder’s natural playground has to offer. Challenges, mysteries and a view of Jesus as the ultimate adventurer.

Extreme OutdoorsAug 10-1513-17$540

Take on the outdoors with new, exciting activities that may spur into a lifetime hobby. Activities will range from fire building to an overnight backpacking trip, with some traditional summer options as a bonus! Specialty partnerships with trained instructors will introduce new skills, such as rock climbing, canoeing, sailing and hiking. No additional supplies or skills necessary!